The Law Office of C.J. Lyford is a specialized legal practice dedicated to immigration and adoption law, with a focus on helping families navigate the complexities of international and domestic adoptions. Founded by an attorney with over 38 years of experience, the firm stands out for its personalized, compassionate approach and deep expertise in cases involving foreign-born children and family-based petitions.
C.J. Lyford brings a unique perspective to her practice, having personally experienced international adoption. She offers affordable and flexible legal services, providing support at any stage of the process—from initial case evaluation to finalizing adoptions and resolving immigration challenges. The firm serves clients across the United States and worldwide, with a special emphasis on assisting families, individuals, and relatives seeking to adopt or immigrate children.
Services Offered
- International adoption legal representation
- Pennsylvania domestic adoption (independent, agency, stepparent, second parent, relative, foster, and interstate adoptions)
- Immigration and citizenship matters
- Family immigration petitions
- Case consultation and evaluation
- Strategy development for immigration and adoption processes
- Preparation and evaluation of immigration submissions
- Representation for USCIS requests, denials, appeals, and responses
- Communication with U.S. consulates abroad for visa issues
- Finalization of adoptions within the U.S.
- Adoption and immigration of relatives from abroad
Based in Lafayette Hill, Pennsylvania, the firm serves clients throughout Montgomery, Philadelphia, Delaware, Bucks, Chester, and Berks counties for domestic adoptions, and offers evening and weekend appointments for convenience. With hundreds of families successfully assisted, the practice is recognized for its dedication and results in complex adoption and immigration cases.
